Merchiston

Edinburgh

The Union Canal, Merchiston
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The Union Canal, Merchiston
Photo by Loz Pycock (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Taken by the Union Canal at Polwarth Terrace.
Photo by Stuart Caie (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Union Canal The view of the Union Canal, as seen from the tow path to the north east of the bridge which takes Harrison Road over the canal. The houses on the right which back on to the canal are in Polwarth Terrace.
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Harrison Park Looking towards Harrison Gardens - with back to the union canal
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,415 reviews)

Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

Edinburgh Castle
The Royal Mile which includes heritage architecture, a house and street scenes

Royal Mile

4.5/5(408 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Royal Mile, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Royal Mile
Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland

Princes Street

4.5/5(346 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Edinburgh Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(48 reviews)

Meet the native and exotic animals and discover why Edinburgh Zoo is a popular stop in Edinburgh. Discover the lively festivals in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.

Edinburgh Zoo
Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.

Grassmarket

4.5/5(240 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Grassmarket
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

Murrayfield Stadium

4/5(53 reviews)

Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.

Murrayfield Stadium

Merchiston Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 404 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
AED 404
AED 484 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,457 reviews)
Room was fine- couldn't open the door to the balcony which negated the purpose of the balcony which you pay more for. Location was excellent.

Reviewed on 13 February 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 357 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
AED 357
AED 429 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,387 reviews)
Good value, location and good staff.

Reviewed on 14 February 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is AED 280 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 280
AED 336 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,250 reviews)
Clean room - not huge but ok for a night

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 247 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 247
AED 296 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (661 reviews)
Room was nice, staff were lovely, shower was awful

Reviewed on 15 February 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 444 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 444
AED 533 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,012 reviews)
Staff were friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 15 February 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 261 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 261
AED 313 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,628 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 13 February 2026

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighborhoods around Merchiston

Barclay Church from Warrender Park Terrace

Bruntsfield

5/5(31 area reviews)

Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.

Bruntsfield
The View From Blackford Hill

Morningside

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town.

Morningside
Dean Village Edinburgh

Haymarket

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

In the heart of Edinburgh, Haymarket boasts a variety of pubs, cafés, and restaurants, with historic Ryries Pub as a highlight. Easily accessible, it offers Haymarket railway station, tram connections, and various bus routes for convenient travel.

Haymarket
Aerial view of historic city with cathedral and old town, Merchiston, Edinburgh, Scotland.

West End

4.5/5(193 area reviews)

Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Princes Street and Dean Village. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.

West End
Aerial view of sunset over Murrayfield International Stadium and residential neighborhood in Gorgie, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Gorgie

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball.

Gorgie
Tollcross

Tollcross

4.5/5(34 area reviews)

Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Royal Lyceum Theatre and Usher Hall while you're in town.

Tollcross

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